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Patrice Defay

Patrice Defay is an Associate Partner in our Paris office, where he leads our industry practice.

Prior to joining the firm, Patrice worked 20 years in recruiting (from researcher to a global role of Industry Practice Director) and has a deep experience in several industrial sectors: Automotive & Transportation, Defense & Aeronautics, Energy as well as consumer goods. Patrice developed a solid track record on candidates with engineering background aligned with structural companies’ transformation (Lean Manufacturing, Agility & Digitalization, technological innovation…).

Patrice also spent 3 years in Shanghai to start and develop the Chinese business of his previous firm. He holds a Master degree in Business Administration from ICN (Institut Commercial de Nancy), he speaks English and basic Chinese.